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2017 US Open prize money to top $50 Million

By Erin MaherTuesday, July 18, 2017

To become a US Open champion is an impressive feat. In 2017, it will also yield an impressive payout.

The total prize money for the 2017 US Open will be $50.4 million, making it the richest purse in tennis history, with a record $3.7 million going to the men’s and women’s champions. The total purse has increased about $4 million from a year ago, or roughly 9 percent.

With this increase, the US Open becomes the first tennis tournament in history with the total prize-money compensation topping $50 million.

“Five years ago, we committed to the players that total player compensation for players would reach $50 million at the US Open, and we are honoring that commitment.” said USTA President Katrina Adams.

The singles competition has seen an increase of 7.5 percent per round from last year, and the overall doubles prize money is increasing by 8.6 percent, with the men’s and women’s double champions taking home $675,000, which is the highest in US Open history.

The US Open Qualifying Tournament has also seen a notable bump, increasing an unprecedented 49.2 percent, with total prizing now totaling more than $2.9 million dollars.

Besides the boost in prize money, the US Open players will also have a new host of amenities to look forward to, including upgrades to Player Dining, a more generous meal allowance, upgrades to all player workout facilities and additional quiet room space.